Find reputable makers of heavy-duty trucks

Search online for heavy-duty trucks manufacturers that deliver quality trucks at reasonable prices, new or used.

I recommend: Freightliner Trucks, a division of the largest North American manufacturer of heavy-duty autos, Daimler Trucks North America, lists nearly a dozen truck models on its site. The Construction Equipment website offers a list of heavy-duty truck dealers country-wide. Gibbs Truck Centers lists numerous truck makes and models.

Back up your purchase with the support of parts for heavy-duty trucks

Your heavy-duty truck dealer or manufacturer should provide you the support of quality replacement parts. But you can also get what you need from reputable truck parts dealers online.

I recommend: PartSeek, an online dealer of used heavy-duty truck body parts, allows you to create a profile that enables you to quickly make parts requests without filling out the same information more than once. T.H. Evans Enterprises, which specializes in rebuilding heavy-duty truck engines and other components, lists its parts online as well.

Heavy-duty truck value is important

Whether you're looking to sell an existing fleet or want an idea of how different truck makes compare, find a reputable truck valuation source online and get the best deal on used heavy duty truck pricing.

I recommend: Truck Market lists heavy-duty truck price and mileage, while the Truck Blue Book is to heavy-duty trucks what the Kelly Blue Book is to automobiles.

Find out if your new truck meets emission standards for heavy-duty trucks

It's important to ensure your truck runs efficiently and meets national standards for emissions and fuel efficiency.

I recommend: DieselNet lists emissions standards based on truck model year. The Environmental Protection Agency's website can give you the latest national standards for diesel efficiency.